Income Tax Cut
I had my gubernatorial tutorial this morning on the income tax proposal. I can’t emphasize how much I appreciate Governor Huntsman getting out and visiting with the House members in advance of the special session. Believe me – it’s a tough crowd.
The members are strong, independent and loyal to their constituencies (which differ greatly throughout the state). Getting a big project across the goal line requires lots of meetings and conversations. And during those meetings and conversations, the job is to listen. Members bring questions and concerns that come from their unique backgrounds and the input of their constituents. Rather than regard the meetings as sales pitches, it is better to regard them as learning opportunities (for the project proponent). The collective wisdom of the members is remarkable. They will instruct the proponent where the bill should be.
On the income tax issue, Governor Huntsman did a fantastic job of listening to legislative concerns over the past several months, while still pushing his agenda for reform. As a result, the process took us to a point where we likely can get something worthwhile accomplished. And as for going around the state visiting with members on policy issues, I haven’t seen a Governor do anything like it during my time in the Legislature. Great leadership!
The members are strong, independent and loyal to their constituencies (which differ greatly throughout the state). Getting a big project across the goal line requires lots of meetings and conversations. And during those meetings and conversations, the job is to listen. Members bring questions and concerns that come from their unique backgrounds and the input of their constituents. Rather than regard the meetings as sales pitches, it is better to regard them as learning opportunities (for the project proponent). The collective wisdom of the members is remarkable. They will instruct the proponent where the bill should be.
On the income tax issue, Governor Huntsman did a fantastic job of listening to legislative concerns over the past several months, while still pushing his agenda for reform. As a result, the process took us to a point where we likely can get something worthwhile accomplished. And as for going around the state visiting with members on policy issues, I haven’t seen a Governor do anything like it during my time in the Legislature. Great leadership!
posted by steve u. at 9/02/2006
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4 Comments:
Does that mean you support Huntsman's proposal?
What about the sales tax proposal
Thanks for asking! I should have stated that. I will vote for both bills.
of course you will, its about getting money for reelection fromm those who will beneit most.
Thanks for selling education and the majority out Steve.
I do admire that you leave all post up however, unlike John (the coward) Dougall, and Mark (the bad seed) Towner.
Judging solely by the last posts spelling, I think that we desperately need more funding for English.
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